Location: Athens

Feb 26th

Distance: 7 miles

Today I had class in Gwinnett from 9 am until 3 pm, so I didn't get home til about 4. It's a little depressing for a Saturday, and it always seems to be nice and sunny on the days that I'm in class. When I got home I just wanted to relax for a while before I went on my run. I knew that I was going to run at some point because that's my Saturday routine on the days that I have class. I decided to run to Myer's quad to meet up with some friends. We talked for a while and just enjoyed the last bits of the sunny afternoon. Being on campus makes me feel like a student. I love it. I don't get to spend a whole lot of time on campus so I try to enjoy the times that I get to walk around, throw the frisbee, or just lay in the sun. It's so easy to just go through the motions and not realize how beautiful college campuses can be. Not only are the buildings and landscape beautiful but the people are as well. College truly is such a great time, maybe that's why I've extended my education into grad school. Anyways, back to my run.... I picked up my run in the middle of campus by Tate. It was really nice running through campus without the sidewalks being crowded. I really enjoyed it. As I turned the corner onto Prince, I saw the colorful horizon right in front of me. It was such a blessing that I decided to run this direction at this time. I didn't plan it at all, but I was able to see the sun set and as I reached the peaks of the hills I was able to see most of Athens at the end of a great Saturday.

Feb 27th

Today I ran with Chase from his house to the trails. We went into the trails the opposite way that I am used to going. It was interesting because I can't tell you how many times I have run these trails but this time it seemed like an entirely new place. It's like looking at your surroundings upside down. It's all about perception. Chase and I had a great conversation, like always. We ran about 7 miles and it went by so quickly.

March 1st

Distance: 6.5 miles

Today I went on a nice morning jog. I call it a jog because I went somewhat slow, but I really wanted to enjoy the day. It is the first day of March and I have to tell you that I can't be more excited (for a number of reasons). First, it was 57 degrees and sunny outside. Such a great way to start a new month. I know that there are still cold days in March, but to me, March is the beginning of Spring. It is the month of Spring Breaks and blooming flowers (especially azaleas). I might be jumping the gun here but when March arrives, I begin to think that summer is in sight. I start to think of my summer plans and days at the beach. Obviously, summer is my favorite month. I don't get this way when fall and winter are approaching. March begins my restlessness for warmer days and barbecues. The end of school is in sight, and I'd like to think that it's all downhill from here. So my slow run was a chance for me to enjoy this fine March morning and soak up the sun rays. There is no turning back; the flowers are blooming and in my mind, spring is here.